Auckland in the 1960s Through Fascinating Color Slides

Auckland street scenes in the 1960s were characterized by bustling activity and a mix of architectural styles. You’d see classic cars cruising down busy streets, with trams still part of the landscape until their phased-out transition.

Queen Street served as a vibrant shopping hub, filled with locals and visitors, while cafes buzzed with chatter. The fashion of the time reflected global trends, with youth culture beginning to flourish. Street markets and public events added to the lively atmosphere, showcasing the city’s growing cultural diversity.

Auckland street scenes featured street performers and artists, contributing to a lively cultural ambiance. The influence of American pop culture was evident, with music and film shaping the youth’s interests. Parks and public spaces became popular gathering spots for socializing and protests, reflecting the era's changing social dynamics.

Overall, the streets of Auckland in the 1960s were dynamic, marked by a blend of tradition and the burgeoning influences of modernity. Here below is a set of fascinating color slides from Dave’s Old Slides that shows street scenes of Auckland in the 1960s.

Queen Street, Auckland, circa 1960

Queen Street, Auckland, 1961

Looking along Mt St John Avenue, Epsom, from the corner of Belvedere Street, Auckland, 1962

Party for trip to Great Barrier Island, Auckland waterfront, 1962

Queen Street, Auckland, December 1962

Queen Street, Auckland, December 1962

Remuera Bowling Club, Auckland, December 1962

Shaw Savill, Auckland, August 1962

Quay Street, Auckland, circa 1964

Quay Street, Auckland, circa 1964

Hotel DeBrett, High Street, Auckland, December 1965

Queen Street, Auckland, December 1965

Auckland Zoo, December 1967

Customs Street from Queen Street, Auckland, April 1967

Quay Street, Auckland, 1967

Quay Street, Auckland. The Ambassadors Hotel is on the right, 1967

Queen Street, Auckland, 1967

Queen Street, Auckland, from Quay Street, 1967

Queen Street, corner of Customs Street, Auckland, 1967

Queen Street, Auckland, 1968

Shortland Street, Auckland, 1968

Victoria and Queen streets. The John Court Ltd building is prominent, Auckland, 1968

Queen Street, Auckland, December 1969

Queen Street, Auckland, December 1969